1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 146 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
